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Black History Year

Learning your history makes you - and your people - stronger. As Black people, we know we’re often left out of the history books. That media images are skewed. That we need access to experts, information, and ideas so we can uplift our community. The Black History Year feed connects you to the history, thinkers, and activists that are usually excluded from mainstream conversations, through must-hear interviews and 2-Minute Black History stories. You might not agree with everything you hear, but

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3:30

Their Secret Plot To Target Black Children Still...

Black History Year ·

2025/01/02

A white truck pulled into her Boston housing project — but it wasn’t selling ice cream. Instead, it was a tobacco company giving menthol cigarette samples to children! And Black communities are still suffering deadly consequences of their secret, targeted marketing._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with

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3:13

Is “Whooping” Children Just A Part Of Black Culture?

Black History Year ·

2025/01/01

Whooping our children has always been assumed to be part of Black culture. We do it because we love them – so we can ensure they learn to “act right.” But what if whoopings actually teach our children?_____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate

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48:32

Black Horror and the Monstrous Fear of Self with Dr....

Black History Year ·

2024/12/31

They say urban legends aren’t real and are only cautionary tales to keep unruly children at bay, but there are elements underlying these stories that are far more terrifying than any monster or ghoul. The biggest horror? We, as Black people, have learned to fear ourselves. In 2022, Jay sat down with Dr. Kinitra Brooks to guide this conversation. Beyond being a horror scholar, she is a horror fan. She’s authored two books: Searching for Sycorax: Black Women’s Hauntings of Contemporary Horror and

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3:15

The Little-Known Black History Of The Easter Holiday

Black History Year ·

2024/12/30

When you think of the Easter holiday, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Is it Black history? It should be. Here’s why the holiday is one of the Blackest celebrations of the year. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a

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2:43

This Popular Holiday Drink Is Rooted In Black History

Black History Year ·

2024/12/27

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think about eggnog? Here’s why you might want to start considering the drink a symbol of unity for Black people everywhere._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but

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2:56

How Formerly Enslaved Bermudians Created This Holiday...

Black History Year ·

2024/12/26

When slavery ended in Bermuda, Black folks had a plan for the following year. Now that they were paid employees, it was time to regain their power from white supremacy, and they did it in the most genius way._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most

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3:12

The History Behind The Black Holiday Tradition Of...

Black History Year ·

2024/12/25

Ever gotten a stocking or bag with an apple, an orange, some walnuts, a candy cane, or some variation of this during Christmas? There’s more to this Black holiday tradition than just a nice holiday snack – here’s how it all started. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at

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94:12

“Poetry Is Not a Luxury”: How Words Shape Freedom...

Black History Year ·

2024/12/24

Host Darren Wallace, with our producer Len riding shotgun, sits down with poet, educator, and former Philadelphia Poet Laureate Yolanda Wisher to talk poetry. Together, they dive into the historical and cultural significance of griots and spoken word, revisit the impact of “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised,” and reflect on Kendrick Lamar’s Pulitzer Prize win. Yolanda also shares how her work—through projects like Love Jawns: A Mixtape and Stellar Masses—inspires and mobilizes communities. Poetry

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2:56

As Hip-Hop’s First Godmother, She Helped Build The...

Black History Year ·

2024/12/23

Against all odds, Sylvia Robinson transformed her setbacks into the world's first hip-hop record and ignited a global movement. Without her, hip-hop may not be what it is today. Here’s how she laid the foundation for hip-hop to go worldwide. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at

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3:16

Resurfacing The Black Roots Of Rumba Dancing

Black History Year ·

2024/12/20

Drumbeats filled the air, navels pressed against each other, and hips swayed. A dance of celebration was one of the few things the Congolese were able to take into enslavement. The history of the rumba is a tale of cultural erasure. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at

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4:02

This Trailblazing Doctor Challenged Racism And...

Black History Year ·

2024/12/19

He was told Black blood shouldn’t be mixed with white blood. Refusing to accept this racism, he chose another, more powerful path. His story is ironic, given that he was the one who made blood storage possible in the first place._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at

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3:52

The ‘Angry Black Woman’ Trope And The Truth About...

Black History Year ·

2024/12/18

She got heated often. Yelled. Raged. Her emotions were belittled. She was called Sapphire and used to weaponize how Black women express anger. Thankfully, she stayed mad, and her rage was her greatest teacher of what it means to protest._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at

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97:34

The Black History of The DJ with Skeme Richards

Black History Year ·

2024/12/17

DJs have always played an integral role in Black culture. From the underground clubs of Chicago and Detroit to the block parties of the Bronx, these sonic architects have built spaces that challenge oppression and foster community. So, how do these masters of sound harness this technical, emotional, and intuitive element to create environments for Black expression? Today, we’re diving into the art of space-making through the DJ: how they use music to guide, unite, and liberate us, one beat at a

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2:55

How This TikToker Used A Centuries-Old Black...

Black History Year ·

2024/12/16

Reesa Teesa broke the internet with her 50-part video series, “‘Who TF Did I Marry?” Her storytelling captivated the audience, but Reesa was continuing a centuries-old Black tradition._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but

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3:07

90s Female R&B Singers Inspired A Movement For Sexual...

Black History Year ·

2024/12/13

Black women singing sexually explicit lyrics wasn’t a new trend in the 1990s. But 90s R&B is unmatched in its influence. The powerful voices and lyrics of 90s R&B queens inspired other women to find strength and liberation within themselves._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at

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2:24

The Two Black Women Hidden In Olympic History

Black History Year ·

2024/12/12

You’ve likely heard about Jesse Owens, Flo-Jo, and other Olympic greats, but these two women were hidden from history. Until now._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every dollar makes a difference. If this episode

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3:09

The First Juneteenth Was Nothing Like You May Think

Black History Year ·

2024/12/11

The crowd erupted into joy at the words of the white man. They were free, he said. But their joy would be short-lived. A beast like slavery wasn’t about to go out with mere words._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month,

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107:00

Standing On Business: The Cultural Impact of Black...

Black History Year ·

2024/12/10

In this episode, we will revisit and reframe significant moments from Black pop culture history where Black women artists have utilized their platforms, mediums, and personal experiences to advocate for justice. From Carrie Mae Weems' Kitchen Table series to Ntozake Shange's For Colored Girls, we aim to highlight how Black women artists amplify the voices of the unheard and bring visibility to the realities that the white world often chooses to overlook. We are excited to have our special guest,

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3:26

How Did Hot Sauce End Up In So Many Of Our Bags?

Black History Year ·

2024/12/09

Whether you prefer Crystal or Texas Pete, hot sauce is a table staple for us. But beyond our love of well-seasoned food, the spicy condiment has played a meaningful role in the culture worth sinking your teeth into. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com —

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2:59

The Secret Black Colony Hidden In New Orleans’ Bayous

Black History Year ·

2024/12/06

Despite constant danger, the people in Maroon colonies in the bayous of New Orleans insisted on living free and proud, defying the injustices that had once sought to crush them._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every

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